Nuweiba – 15,000 m³/d – South Sinai, EGYPT

Project description

Using reverse osmosis technology, the project aims to increase sources of potable water in remote coastal areas and to provide clean drinking water with the standard specifications and quality set by the World Health Organization (WHO). The plant consists of 3 trains with a capacity of 5,000 m³/day each and capable to serve 50,000 citizens in Sinai.

Project Owner

Egyptian Armed Forces Engineering Authority

Contractor

Elsewedy Electric PSP

EcoBusiness Scope

‒         Environmental & Social Assessment: Conduct full ESIA with baseline studies, impact prediction, mitigation, ESMP, CIA, and all permitting/compliance documents.

‒         Marine & Coastal Studies: Perform seawater, sediment, and benthic surveys supported by hydrodynamic and brine dispersion modelling for intake/outfall impacts.

‒         Ecology, Air, Noise & Groundwater: Assess terrestrial/marine biodiversity, air quality, noise levels, and groundwater/hydrogeology to identify risks and define safeguards.

‒         Socioeconomic & Engagement: Evaluate community livelihoods, fisheries, tourism impacts, and conduct structured stakeholder and regulator engagement.

‒         Management, Monitoring & Emergency Preparedness: Develop waste/chemical management plans, spill/emergency response procedures, and implement construction/operation monitoring and auditing programs.